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Grateful Dead Download Series Volume 4

Grateful Dead · 2005

209 min · 29 tracks · psychedelic rock

A sprawling tapestry of improvisational rock that melds intricate melodies with soulful storytelling.

Why this album works

Best for
wave-like pacing with peaks immersive journey through improvisation soulful storytelling throughout tracks
Context
By the time of this release in 2005, Grateful Dead had established themselves as a cornerstone of American rock music. This album is part of the Download Series, which aimed to celebrate their extensive live recordings, showcasing their legendary improvisational prowess following the band's breakup in 1995. It represents a continued legacy of their music through curated live performances.
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psychedelic rock

Grateful Dead Download Series Volume 4 is an album by Grateful Dead, released in 2005. A sprawling tapestry of improvisational rock that melds intricate melodies with soulful storytelling. The 'Grateful Dead Download Series Volume 4' adds to the band's rich history by providing fans access to previously unreleased live performances. The series has been well-received, allowing listeners to experience the unique energy and spontaneity of Grateful Dead concerts, contributing significantly to the archival documentation of their music and culture within the jam band scene. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Grateful Dead Download Series Volume 4 sound like?

A sprawling tapestry of improvisational rock that melds intricate melodies with soulful storytelling. Rooted in psychedelic rock.

What makes Grateful Dead Download Series Volume 4 by Grateful Dead notable?

The 'Grateful Dead Download Series Volume 4' adds to the band's rich history by providing fans access to previously unreleased live performances. The series has been well-received, allowing listeners to experience the unique energy and spontaneity of Grateful Dead concerts, contributing significantly to the archival documentation of their music and culture within the jam band scene. By the time of this release in 2005, Grateful Dead had established themselves as a cornerstone of American rock music. This album is part of the Download Series, which aimed to celebrate their extensive live recordings, showcasing their legendary improvisational prowess following the band's breakup in 1995. It represents a continued legacy of their music through curated live performances.

Who is Grateful Dead Download Series Volume 4 for?

Grateful Dead Download Series Volume 4 works well if you're into wave-like pacing with peaks, immersive journey through improvisation and soulful storytelling throughout tracks.

How many songs are on Grateful Dead Download Series Volume 4?

Grateful Dead Download Series Volume 4 has 29 tracks, running approximately 209 minutes.

Tracklist

29 tracks·209:52

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

Disc 1

  • 1 The Music Never Stopped 5:54
  • 2 Sugaree Standout 11:02
  • 3 Mama Tried 3:06
  • 4 Crazy Fingers 13:06
  • 5 Big River 6:22
  • 6 Brown‐Eyed Women 4:49
  • 7 Looks Like Rain 7:57
  • 8 Row Jimmy 10:28
  • 9 Cassidy 4:44
  • 10 Mission in the Rain 7:44
  • 11 Promised Land 4:18

Disc 2

  • 1 Samson and Delilah 6:44
  • 2 St. Stephen > 4:39
  • 3 Not Fade Away > 11:16
  • 4 St. Stephen > 1:02
  • 5 Eyes of the World > 12:31
  • 6 Drums > 2:16
  • 7 The Wheel > 4:42
  • 8 Sugar Magnolia 11:25
  • 9 U.S. Blues 5:50

Disc 3

  • 1 Scarlet Begonias Standout 10:59
  • 2 Lazy Lightnin’ > 2:48
  • 3 Supplication 5:18
  • 4 Candyman 7:05
  • 5 Playing in the Band > 23:25
  • 6 Drums > 2:30
  • 7 The Wheel > 4:59
  • 8 Playing in the Band Standout 3:26
  • 9 High Time 9:27

Release Date

August 2, 2005

Genre

psychedelic rock

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Artist Origin

United States

Runtime

209 min 52 sec